Martell is the world's oldest and most famous brand of cognac, produced in the Cognac region of France and known as the world's most famous brand of cognac, along with Hennessy and Remy Martin. It was founded in 1715 by a young man named Martell from the Island of Jersey, and has been passed down through eight generations so far. Due to its production is a small island, production is often in short supply, and thus Martell has become a world-class luxury wine.